Astoria, OR

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Near the mouth of the mighty Columbia River, this relatively small Oregon city is filled with interesting stories and activities.

Visit Astoria, Oregon, to learn about life over the last several centuries for soldiers, riverboat operators, fishermen and others who lived near the Columbia River. Astoria’s riverside area provides insights to the city’s past and modern times. Ride the historic Astoria Riverfront Trolley, known as Old 300. Listen to tales of early salmon and tuna canning operations and see operations today focused on shrimp and sardines.

Check out the city’s museums. The Oregon Film Museum is a celebration of The Goonies and other movies filmed in Astoria and elsewhere in the state.

Across the street, the Flavel House Museum reveals how an affluent river captain lived in the late 1800s.

Learn about the history and treacherous conditions of the river separating Oregon and Washington at the Columbia River Maritime Museum. The Hanthorn Cannery Museum has even more specific information related to the century-long fish processing industry in Astoria.

Centuries of Clatsop County history are recounted in the Heritage Museum.

Next to the water, the Maritime Memorial and the surrounding park are relatively new. Individual squares on granite walls honor people who loved the river or made their lives on it. Stop to read interesting inscriptions of hundreds of honorees.

At the Liberty Theatre attend music performances of all types, along with poetry, dance and other eclectic events.

Climb Coxcomb Hill and the Astoria Column for excellent views of the city, the river and northward to Washington state.

Travel west of town to visit Fort Stevens State Park to understand the region’s preparedness for protecting the United States from the time of the Civil War through World War II.

See the Fort Clatsop National Memorial in Lewis and Clark National Historic Park to learn about the explorers’ early experiences.

Travel to Astoria from Portland in about 2 hours by car or from Seattle, Washington, in just over 3 hours. The presence of the Astoria-Megler Bridge completes a continuous highway through the United States along the Pacific Coast from Mexico to Canada.

Astoria Riverwalk Inn
Astoria Riverwalk Inn
2 out of 5
400 Industry Street, Astoria, OR
Stay at this hotel in Astoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,462 reviews)
"Has balconies that overlook the marina. It was quiet and it was easy to get to."

Reviewed on 22 Oct, 2024

Astoria Riverwalk Inn
Astoria Crest Motel
Astoria Crest Motel
2 out of 5
5366 Leif Erikson Dr, Astoria, OR
Stay at this motel in Astoria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,265 reviews)
"When we arrived at reception an hour early we were welcomed and accommodated. We had a couple of rooms we could choose from, but we took one with a funky layout - the front door opens into the bathroom! - because it had the most incredible view of the Columbia River, the huge ships that traverse ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2024

Astoria Crest Motel
Bowline Hotel
Bowline Hotel
4 out of 5
1 9th St, Astoria, OR
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Astoria. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a sauna. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (794 reviews)
"Very nice place on the water of the Columbia River. Friendly staff. The sealions were noisy but they did quiet down some late at night. The bed was too hard for me but that is a personal preference."

Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2024

Bowline Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tiny House Near Downtown Astoria
Tiny House Near Downtown Astoria
Astoria
Stay at this cottage in Astoria. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Uppertown Firefighters Museum and The Children's Museum and Astoria ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
"This was a cozy, charming place, that was really relaxing. Very clean and affordable."

Reviewed on 17 Oct, 2024

Tiny House Near Downtown Astoria
4th Floor Oceanfront Fabulous Condo!
4th Floor Oceanfront Fabulous Condo!
Seaside
Stay at this condo in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Turnaround Market and Historic Turnaround are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
Beach Getaway!!
"Great location. Great views. Loved it!!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct, 2024

4th Floor Oceanfront Fabulous Condo!
Dog-Friendly Beach Cottage with Free WiFi - a Block from Beach
Dog-Friendly Beach Cottage with Free WiFi - a Block from Beach
Cannon Beach
Stay at this cottage in Cannon Beach. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cannon Beach and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (52 reviews)
"Really liked the location of the place! Lots of walkable things around and so close to the beach. The bathroom could use a good deep cleaning and it was odd that you could not turn off the gas fireplace. It was still quite warm while we went and it would have been nice to able to turn it off."

Reviewed on 7 Oct, 2024

Dog-Friendly Beach Cottage with Free WiFi - a Block from Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Astoria

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love the Fisher Poets Gathering.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

love the city and the people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We Love Astoria... Bowpickers is our favorite ... Kaila over at Geno's is our girl...the custard King is our new found Love ... Thank you Astoria for another memorable year

4/5 - Good

Elletea

Small town with tons of personality and great dining options.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Celebrated our 42nd anniversary as suggested by our daughter. So glad we did! It was President's Day weekend but not overly crowded. Visted the local area & a trip across the bridge. The fireplace in the hotel room made us want to stay inside!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Astoria is a great Beach. Everywhere we've ever stayed will not be as worse as the motel 6.

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